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Julia Mattison '11 and Noel Carey '11 co-wrote the music and lyrics for the new musical, Death Becomes Her, based off the 1992 cult-classic film. Mattison shared, “I have always been a huge fan of the film, especially college - that was my deep obsession. It was just so fun and as Zemeckis fans, as fans of that craft, we want to make sure to honor it in every way." The show begins its Broadway run on October 23. Check out the Broadway promotional video here.
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Suzie Hicks ‘18 was featured on The Grist 50 2024, an annual list of climate and justice leaders to watch. Being selected among thousands of nominations across the U.S. is a rare honor that showcases the significant contributions made toward a sustainable future. Hicks also participated as a panelist in Emerson’s 2023 Teach-in for Sustainability. Read more about her Grist nod here.
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Matt Baume ‘02 is featured as an expert in the CNN documentary series entitled TV on the Edge. The series is about television milestones that shaped American culture, and his interview segments are connected to his 2023 book, Hi Honey I'm Homo!, which chronicles the history of queer characters on TV.
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Emerson Bolsters Board with Powerhouse Lineup
The Emerson College Board of Trustees welcomed four new members, and one returning member, representing the worlds of film, television, popular fiction, finance, and marketing. Read more.
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Comedian Rosie O’Donnell Advises Students in Emerson’s Comedy Conservatory
O’Donnell answered questions and shared career advice with juniors who are spending a semester at ELA studying various aspects of comedy. Read more.
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Apple Creates Playlists of Emerson College Musicians
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Your Next Chapter Awaits: Elevate with Emerson’s Encore Scholarship for Alumni Did you know that Emerson alumni are eligible for discounted tuition for master’s degree programs? Join Emerson’s Graduate Admission team for a virtual information session to learn about Emerson's Encore Scholarship for Alumni! During this session, staff will walk through the details of which programs offer the Encore scholarship, how to apply, and what you can expect as an Emerson grad student. There will also be time for Q&A, so come ready with questions!
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Wednesday, October 30, 2024 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. ET
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Emerging Conversations | From Gig to Gig: Building a Portfolio Career October 29 | 7:00 p.m. ET | Virtual
Join us for a panel conversation exploring the dynamic landscape of portfolio careers in today’s gig economy. More and more Emerson alumni are embracing multiple jobs to create dynamic careers, and our panelists will share their experiences and tips for building a fulfilling portfolio career.
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10th Annual Emerson-Blanquerna Global Communication Summit November 1 | 8:00 a.m - 6:00 p.m. PT | Washington, DC
The summit, hosted by Vital Voices' CEO, Alyse Nelson '97, will feature keynote speeches from President Jay Bernhardt, Provost Alexandra Socarides, and Spencer Kimball, director of Emerson Polling. The summit will culminate in a reception for DC-area alumni at 4:30 p.m.
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PitchFest November 6 | 7:00 p.m. PT | ELA
Join us for our annual competition for LA-based Emerson alumni and enrolled ELA students to test the power of their projects. Selected participants will give 90-second pitch to a panel of industry professionals, get invaluable feedback, and compete for exclusive industry prizes to be announced.
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Alumni Socials
Join us for a gathering of alumni living in the Seattle and NYC areas, and meet members of your Alumni Relations team! Two drink tickets and light bites will be provided by the Office of Alumni Relations.
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SEATTLE November 14 | 6:00 p.m. PT | Pine Box
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NYC December 4 | 6:00 p.m. ET | The Brazen Tavern
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If you would like to learn more about how to give back through philanthropy, we would love the opportunity to talk with you further. You can find out more about giving or by making a gift here.
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We look forward to staying connected!
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